Homemade Sourdough Bread with Mediterranean Chicken & Zutziki

There’s something undeniably satisfying about breaking bread that you’ve made yourself—and this recipe pairs that rustic warmth with bright, Mediterranean flavors. Imagine slices of crusty sourdough bread, still warm from the oven, brushed with olive oil, topped with succulent, herb-marinated chicken, and finished with creamy, tangy zutziki. It’s a feast for the senses—aromas of garlic and fresh herbs, the mellow sour tang of the bread, and cool cucumber and yogurt that balance every bite. Perfect for a sunny weekend gathering, a cozy dinner, or whenever you want to treat yourself to something a little more special.

Ingredients

• 1–2 chicken fillets

• 1–2 slices sourdough bread (toasted if desired)

• Olive oil

• Seasoning mixture:

  • 1 tsp thyme

  • 1 tsp paprika powder

  • 1 tsp oregano

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp onion powder

  • Salt & pepper to taste

• Zutziki
  

Equipment

• Enameled Cast Iron Roasting Pan
  
• Cast Iron Skillet

Instructions

1. Prepare the Zutziki

   • Make the Zutziki according to the linked recipe and chill in the refrigerator until serving.

2. Preheat the Oven

   • Set oven to 200°C / 400°F.

3. Season the Chicken

   • Place chicken fillets in an enameled cast iron roasting pan.

   • Drizzle with olive oil and rub all over.

   • Mix together thyme, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

   • Coat the chicken evenly with the seasoning mixture.

4. Bake

   • Roast in the oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C / 165°F.

5. Rest the Chicken

   • Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5–10 minutes to retain its juices.

6. Toast the Bread

   • Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat.

   • Brush each slice of sourdough lightly with olive oil.

   • Toast in the skillet until golden and slightly crisp on both sides.

7. Assemble the Dish

   • Slice the chicken thinly.

   • Place slices on top of the toasted sourdough bread.

   • Finish generously with Zutziki on top.